Book Review 14: Void & Onix Bowl by Fernanda Liedo & Macarena Matrajt

I have read many cat stories... more than I can count. Short stories, YA novels, memoirs, and children's books. Most of which I have really enjoyed. But I have never read anything like this. 

Void and Onix Bowl is a story within a story. It follows a mommy cat telling a bedtime story to her three kittens. One of the kittens is especially curious, and as most cat people know, this is exactly how a real cat would act. It captures the playful nature of kittens really well, and simultaneously makes the story very heartwarming. The author did a good job of making it fun and enjoyable to read. 

Along with the descriptive storytelling, I really liked the vivid and colourful illustrations. This would be the perfect bedtime story for anyone who likes fantasy, fables and cats. Maybe I am a bit biased, but as a cat lover (and especially a black cat lover), I really enjoyed Void and Onix Bowl. I would give this book a 4/5. 

 

Book Review 12: The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

The Night Circus had been on my TBR for quite some time. I found this copy at my local library book sale maybe about a year ago. I was a bit reluctant to start it since I'd heard so many mixed reviews. It seemed like people either loved it or hated it. I instantly fell in love with it. It was unlike any other book I'd ever read. It was enchanting, magical and electrifying. A part of me can't believe how many people didn't like it. That being said, I know many people thought it was slow and boring. Although the story does move a bit slow, that is what I loved most about it. It portrayed the character development so beautifully.

Fantasy is my favourite book genre but it does tend to be dark at times. That was another reason I wasn't sure if I wanted to start this book right now. Lately I've been trying to keep a balance between fantasy and light reads. But the author did such a great job of keeping the book fantastical and lighthearted.

Someone on Facebook described it as a book you want to just crawl inside and live in! That is the best way to describe it. It really captivated me and I think it is a book I would want to reread down the road. 5 stars!

The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern